The applicant sought an order of mandamus requiring the municipal council to hold a meeting pursuant to section 357(5) of the Municipal Act to hear representations regarding a significant tax overcharge caused by a clerical error.
The municipality had refused the request, asserting it lacked authority and that statutory deadlines had passed.
The Divisional Court found that the municipality erred in law by declining its jurisdiction and that the application was made within the statutory timeframe.
The court granted the application and issued an order of mandamus compelling the council to hold the requested meeting and make a decision.
